Monday, July 23, 2012

Perfect child's ottoman, Perfect gift.

Are you looking for a wonderful idea to make for the little ones in your family and their friends. These adorable ottomans are perfect. I made this one for our Christmas in July event this last Saturday. It is 18 inches wide and approximately 9 inches tall.

It is light as a feather and filled with bean bag pellets. And aren't they clever they designed it with a handle so the child can take it to where they want to go. A slight warning if you haven't ever filled any thing with the pellets before, watch out. I now have them every where in my sewing room. They weigh nothing and fly about easily.

The pattern suggests adding an initial or a name. That would be fun and Cori at the store suggested we sew pockets on the sides for books or dolls or little cars. We all thought that was a great idea too.

The pattern also suggests using the new clover wrap and fuse for the cording. No sew, just wrap your fabric over the cording and iron, done.